Astrology educator and consultant inspired by western and eastern traditions

Shu Yap Interpsycle Astrology

Hello. I’m Shu – an Astrologer, Writer and Teacher with a passion for traditional techniques from the Hellenistic, Persian and Arabic periods.

I’ve been a dedicated student of western astrology for nearly 25 years and have trained at the Melbourne School of Astrology (Foundational Modern Psychological) and School of Traditional Astrology (Horary & Medical Astrology).

I’m inspired by all the cosmological perspectives around the world, although much of my practice has been focused on the Western Hermetic philosophy, mainly due to geographical circumstances. I find continual fulfilment in incorporating practices from my Daoist roots and the Vedic philosophy too, especially for astrological remediations.

My life as a grower, regenerative land custodian, mother of three and off-grid homesteader sees my astrological practice as a lifestyle, not just a livelihood.

If you’ve landed here for the first time, here’s how you can connect with my work. I’d love to hear from you.

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Upcoming courses & events

Third House Studio

Third House Studio

The Third House Studio holds monthly facilitated workshops to help you practice your chart reading skills with real examples and live client demonstrations in a supported space with supervision. Next Third House Studio commences 19 October / 20 October 2023 and will run monthly until March 2024.

Payment plans available

Symbolism within the Venus Cycle

Symbolism within the Venus Cycle

Part of a 12 month guest lecture series, I'll be giving a lecture about the rich symbolism embedded within the Venus cycle and how we may recognise this in the birth plan, the visible sky and the real time energetics.

Register via Astrology Niagara

August Horoscopes

August Horoscopes

The August horoscopes recorded sign by sign with Callum Wilkinson from Kepler College. Listen to the whole thing or click through to your rising sign.

A reminder that the sign of your Ascendant is the one you want. If you dont’ know this, head to an online chart calculator to ascertain this.

 

Interpsycle Observator – Weekly Planetary News

Interpsycle Observator Weekly Planetary News

Interpsycle Observator: 14 October – 20 October 2024

Mercury makes its Evening Heliacal Rise this week and will become visible again in the western sky just after sunset. This is a time of deep wisdom where you may be inspired to learn something more deeply or to disseminate information freely. A teacher or mentor might appear for you with an important lesson. As Mercury makes it rise and inspires your mind, it does so with great importance of something urgent that needs to be dealt with. Mercury makes a square to Pluto in Capricorn (14 Oct) for the very last time in our lifetime. Your mind might be occupied with important tasks this week that will finally complete a significant cycle or project that may have started sometime in the past 16 years. You could become quite preoccupied with this task, perhaps even obsessed. A deep focussed mind will be the gift of this week so find something constructive you can use this for. Avoid the more sinister environments that a bored mind could gravitate towards such those involving manipulation, control and power games. Mercury’s entrance into Scorpio territory (14 Oct) could create many stinging situations if its behaviour is not kept under control.

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What My Clients Say

Luzie - Astrologer

My consultation with Shu was incredible, to say the least. I am also a professional astrologer and have admired Shu’s work for years. She is a beacon of knowledge, and the respect she has earned from her peers within the astrological community is certainly well deserved.  Our session together allowed me to view my natal chart through a new lens. She interpreted some of my more difficult placements compassionately and integrated planetary cycles into her delineations in a unique and profound way. I could not recommend Shu more highly as an astrologer”.

Jan M - Finance

I found Shu to be incredibly knowledgeable and have been having yearly readings with her ever since. Shu’s readings are very insightful and accurate. She is very educated on astrology and not “woo-woo” like some other astrologers can be. My annual readings with Shu greatly help me navigate my personal and business decisions and I highly recommend having someone like Shu in your life!

Ali - Masseuse

Shu is an incredible astrologer, connected to the deep wisdom of astrological observations. I have been reading her publication “Interpsycle Observatory” for years now and always find her take on the current astrology extremely insightful and full of practical suggestions. I would highly recommend Shu for astrological readings, and would suggest to subscribe to her email list for regular astrological downloads.

Claire - Marketing

I will continue to integrate and take benefit from the insights Shu provided for many weeks and months. Shu validated my feelings and provided me with profound insights into several themes at play in my life.

Ali - Astrologer

I’ve consulted with many Astrologers in the past 4o years and Shu is in my top 3 all time favourites. Always a delight to engage in deep and meaningful conversation & analysis with Shu.

Jade - Voice Talent

I enjoyed Shu’s compassion and ability to deliver sound advice. I also enjoyed how Shu pointed to significant times in my life based on transits. Everything was validating/affirming of my life experiences. Shu has a deep understanding of numerous astrology methods! Shu is incredibly knowledgeable and uses methods I haven’t seen other astrologers use (or explain) in consultations.

Lilly - Politics

I always love hearing from the perspective of Australian-Asian women. I have deep admiration for Shu being so knowledgeable in astrology. I had listened to her breakdown (maybe the Venus cycle in a podcast-video) and thought she had communicated so beautifully and clearly.

Megan - Finance

The process that has unfolded since my session has been deep. Deep amounts of processing after my consult simply by Shu’s storytelling of my chart.

Tanya - Kinesiologist

My Chart Reading with Shu was ABSOLUTELY incredible!!  I felt a real sense of clarity and relief, as I felt like I FINALLY could understand things about myself. I felt like I learnt more about myself in my reading with Shu than what I had over my whole life. There were things that Shu told me that I had never mentioned to anyone before. Shu took the time to also go through and explore different areas of my life that I had questions about which led to gaining useful tools. Shu’s insight and skills were evident throughout the entire reading as she answered questions and helped me understand my chart. I have definitely felt more confident and prepared for this next chapter of my life. I will be making this a regular thing as the information in these readings are NEXT LEVEL.

Kirsty - Yoga Instructor

Having my chart read with Shu was an amazing and insightful experience. It’s obvious Shu has a huge amount of expertise in Astrology. She communicates so beautifully and held a safe and comfortable space for me to really gain a deeper understanding of myself and my world.

Lorraine - Teacher

I have been in 2 workshops led by Shu. She is knowledgeable, informed and passionate about astrology, leading me to want to learn more about astrology & how it can be used positively in your life. The communication from Interpsycle Astrology is fantastic.

Niki - Web consultant

What a rollercoaster! I got a natal chart consultation from Shu and it is next level compared to a typical horoscope or sun sign interpretation. This is my second time with Shu. I sent my questions and notes to Shu ahead of time and she delivered a birth chart reading focussing on my career and current year cycle. I found it really beneficial as she told me exactly how things were – no sugar coating – and I walked away with a strong sense of direction and clarity on why things were the way they were for me. With quality, tailored insight you would be hard-pressed to get this from free astrology sites. I highly recommend Shu and to this day I am extremely grateful I found her!

Sandra S - Lawyer

I had my first ever astrology reading with Shu and it was super interesting and fascinating to learn more about astrology, and how it all correlates to our lives. Shu was great at explaining the chart and points out patterns that I could resonate with, as well as giving me advice on how to move forward in certain situations to make things easier for me. I would highly recommend Shu for an astrology reading!

Kirra - Business Owner

I was referred to Shu by a friend who is an astrologer. I didn’t really know how to ask the questions of what it was I was trying to find, however I felt I recieved so much information and inspiration in such a short amount of time. I found Shu to be intuitive, warm, insightful, understanding, and very in tune with the cosmic forces. I would recommend her to anyone that maybe looking for advice on a particular question or just life guidance. You won’t regret it!! After our session I felt so full of wisdom and life force and am very grateful I reached out. I will continue to check in with her with future readings.

Johannah - Chinese Doctor

I really enjoyed my astrology reading with Shu. She was incredibly thorough and informative. Shu is so knowledgeable, easy to talk to and helpful with her suggestions about how to approach the year ahead.

Kerrie - Entrepreneur

Shu has been my personal astrologer for 15 years. Through her extensive knowledge of astrology she assists me with the ability to overcome challenges, obstacles and changes in a grounded, clear and confident manner. Shu has an incredible ability to translate the skies into the appropriate words to enable anyone to understand what is happening energetically for them at this time. Through many years of research and study Shu offers a professional, insightful, passionate, and informative astrological reading. I highly recommend Shu to anyone needing some direction or for those who wish to dive deeper within their own psyche.

Genevieve - Nurse

I studied a short course with her and have come out the other side feeling very supported and amazed by the planets. Shu is a lovely and knowledgeable individual, able to speak to you on many different levels and allow for you to understand complex concepts in a relatable way.

Sandy - Designer

I did not expect my first reading to reveal so much about my life situation, nor expect to be offered great insights and valuable guidance through the planets and it’s connection with my feelings. Shu’s years of dedication and experience to the craft is evident in her deep understanding of the stars. She communicates honestly, clearly and is sensitive and practical in her approach. I would highly recommend getting a reading with her.

Latest Youtube Episodes

Venus Sun Cazimi

Venus Sun Cazimi

INTERPSYCLE ASTROLOGY a home dedicated to my musings on astrological loreThere's a Venus Sun Cazimi happening on 4th June 2024 - the halfway mark of the 584-day Venus Cycle where the Sun and Venus makes their Superior Conjunction. This is an auspicious point where we...

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YouTube: Venus Retrograde 2023

YouTube: Venus Retrograde 2023

INTERPSYCLE ASTROLOGY a home dedicated to my musings on astrological loreEarlier this month, I had the pleasure to present a lecture on the 2023 Venus Retrograde phase at Ishtarfest, an annual conference organised by pagan group, Hands of Change, a coven dedicated to...

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YouTube: Jupiter Cycles & Learning Styles

YouTube: Jupiter Cycles & Learning Styles

INTERPSYCLE ASTROLOGY a home dedicated to my musings on astrological loreTo commemorate Jupiter moving into its new home of Taurus for the next 12 months, I recorded a discussion with Alex Trenoweth about her research on Jupiter cycles which is the basis behind her...

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YouTube: Astrology, Geometry & Music

YouTube: Astrology, Geometry & Music

INTERPSYCLE ASTROLOGY a home dedicated to my musings on astrological loreIn this episode, I speak with Mile De Carteret about his exploration of music through the filter of astrology, geometry, numbers and colours. A professional musician and a lover of the...

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YouTube: Pluto in Aquarius

YouTube: Pluto in Aquarius

INTERPSYCLE ASTROLOGY a home dedicated to my musings on astrological loreIn this episode of the Interpsycle Astrology YouTube channel, Melissa LaFara and I discuss the transit of the year, Pluto moving into Aquarius, on the 23rd March 2023 and will spend 82 days here...

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YouTube: Saturn in Pisces

YouTube: Saturn in Pisces

INTERPSYCLE ASTROLOGY a home dedicated to my musings on astrological loreIn this episode of the Interpsycle Astrology YouTube channel, Spencer Michaud and I discuss some of our thoughts around Saturn’s ingress into Pisces and we can expect to see over the next three...

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Articles and more…

Remediating the Solar Return Chart

Remediating the Solar Return Chart

INTERPSYCLE ASTROLOGY a home dedicated to my musings on astrological lore Join me in this lecture, Remediating the Solar Return Chart, at the Victorian Astrologers Association where we will explore ideas around shaping our fate for the current year. There are many...

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Solar Eclipse in Libra: Justice & Judgement

Solar Eclipse in Libra: Justice & Judgement

INTERPSYCLE ASTROLOGY a home dedicated to my musings on astrological loreGet ready for the Solar Eclipse in Libra this week - the first ‘real deal’ eclipse of the Aries-Libra story where the lunar nodes are co-present with the New Moon. We got a little insight into...

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Working with untimed charts: RFK Jr.’s Sun-Pluto Story

Working with untimed charts: RFK Jr.’s Sun-Pluto Story

INTERPSYCLE ASTROLOGY a home dedicated to my musings on astrological loreThe perennial issue of missing birth times can be frustrating for astrologers, but I wanted to demonstrate one way you could use a Solar Return chart that can produce meaningful symbology for...

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Solar Returns Course – 5 weeks

Solar Returns Course – 5 weeks

INTERPSYCLE ASTROLOGY a home dedicated to my musings on astrological loreAre you looking to develop some solid skills in predictive astrology? Are you ready to extend your foundational astrology skills to the next level? Have you ever wanted to learn some practical...

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Firdaria Workshop

Firdaria Workshop

INTERPSYCLE ASTROLOGY a home dedicated to my musings on astrological loreIn partnership with Kepler College, I'll be teaching a 2-part workshop on Firdaria (or Fardar), an ancient Persian predictive technique with its roots tracing back to the the Zoroastrian lineage....

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Free Webinar: Kepler College Astrology Day 2023

Free Webinar: Kepler College Astrology Day 2023

INTERPSYCLE ASTROLOGY a home dedicated to my musings on astrological loreI'm thrilled to be invited to speak at the Kepler College Astrology Day 2023 webinar. Playing on the major planetary ingresses and transits of 2023, the theme of this event is an exploration of...

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